The first part of this medieval palace was built in the 10th century, when Arabs conquered the city from Byzantine Imperium. It was a cube-shaped tower that was used for defending the town.
The tower was extended in the 13rd and 14th century assuming the current characteristic mix of styles: Arabic (the tower), Norman (the fifteenth-century hall where the Parliamentary [...]
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Palazzo Corvaja
No Comments CherryPie on Jan 29th 2020
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Museum of Sicilian Cart
MUSCÀ – The Museum of Sicilian Cart invites you to discover its exclusive collection of Sicilian carts. A true icon of island folklore that arouses the curiosity of anyone who visits this land. Immerse yourself in keys, spindles and harnesses that will make you take a trip in the most authentic Sicilian tradition. The exhibition [...]
8 Comments CherryPie on Jan 20th 2020
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Cherie’s Place – Thought for the Week
We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.
Anais Nin
10 Comments CherryPie on Jan 5th 2020
When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace.
Jimi Hendrix
10 Comments CherryPie on Dec 23rd 2019
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Views Over Isola Bella Bay
Near to the Necropolis and the Romantic Ruin is a viewing platform over Isola Bella Bay.
Conveniently situated by the viewing platform is Cafe L’Oblio, a cafe with a view.
8 Comments CherryPie on Dec 21st 2019
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Romantic Ruin
This ruin is situated near to the Arabian Necropolis.
16 Comments CherryPie on Dec 17th 2019
